Questions and Answers for Lutron Maestro Vacancy-Only Sensor Switch, 5-Amp, Single-Pole/Multi-Location, Biscuit (MS-VPS5M-BI)

A:  Hello SpecialK, thank you for your inquiry! Yes, you can use MS-VPSHM if your ceiling fan is a pull chain ceiling it will be able to turn off your fan within the time setting of either 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes, or 30 minutes, when no motion is detected. If you still have further questions or concerns, you can contact our Support Team at support@lutron.com or call 1-844-LUTRON1. We're here 24/7, you can call us any day or anytime.

A:  Hello Dan, thank you for your question. Lutron products, including the MS-VPS5MH, are rated for 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C), 0%–90% humidity, non-condensing, and are for indoor use only. You may only use one Maestro sensor in a multi-location application; the other switch must remain either an existing 3-way switch or an MA-AS Maestro Companion Switch. See the below spec sheet for more information: https://assets.lutron.com/a/documents/369666.pdf We hope this helps! If you require further assistance, our 24/7 support team is here to help. We can be reached at 1-844-LUTRON1 or via email at support@lutron.com.

A:  The MS-OPS5M can be used in single pole, 3-way or multi-location application. For 3-way applications Lutron recommends either a traditional 3-way switch or the companion switch (MA-AS). In multi-location applications, the companion switches (MA-AS) are required. For more information on wiring please visit https://www.lutron.com/TechnicalDocumentLibrary/369488.pdf

A:  The MS-VPS5M can be used with a bathroom fan. This particular sensor is "vacancy only" which means it will only turn on manually, and then turn off automatically after the bathroom is unoccupied.

A:  Lutron recommends the MSCL-OP153M or MSCL-VP153M. These are the Maestro occupancy and vacancy sensor dimmers that have small indicator lights on the left that will emit a faint glow while the dimmer is off, making it easier to locate in the dark.

A:  Lutron Maestro in-wall sensors do not have a setting to override the auto-off feature. The sensor will always shut the light off when the programmed Timeout limit has been reached. The longest Timeout setting for the MS-VPS5M is 30 minutes.

A:  The MS-VPS5M has timeout settings of 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes and 30 minutes. These a preset times that cannot be adjusted.

A:  For 3-way applications, only one occupancy/vacancy sensor can be installed. The second location would need to be either a standard 3-way mechanical switch or the Lutron companion switch (MA-AS). For a recommendation on how to accomplish multiple occupancy/vacancy sensors on a 3-way lighting circuit, please reach out to our Support Team at support@Lutron.com or by phone at 1 (844) 588-7661.